DOSTI — Diabetes & Obesity Surgical Treatment Initiative

Bariatric & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in Karachi

More than weight loss surgery, we provide comprehensive surgical treatment for obesity, diabetes, reflux disease, hernias, gallbladder conditions, and advanced laparoscopic procedures—all under the care of an experienced multidisciplinary team.

300+ Verified Patient Reviews

Led by Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Bariatric & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon

Karachi, Pakistan

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

FCPS (Surgery), MRCS (England), MSc (Cl. Research), FACS (USA)

Founder of DOSTI

Dr. GM is a one of the best bariatric surgeons in Karachi with more than 650 successful bariatric surgeries with less than 1% complications of bariatric surgery. Having demonstrated his expertise in practicing & teaching laparoscopic general surgery over ten years, he is determined to alleviate obesity from society by fighting at several fronts i.e. from bariatric surgery to mass campaigns.

Our

Specialties

Welcome to DOSTI- where care & support goes beyond weight loss surgery

Non-Surgical Weight Management

Medical Weight Loss

Explore medically supervised weight-loss options designed around your health, BMI, medical conditions, and long-term goals.

DOSTI provides professional guidance on treatments such as Ozempic and Mounjaro, while also helping patients understand when bariatric surgery may offer a more effective and durable solution. Every treatment pathway begins with a detailed medical assessment.

Medically supervised treatment

Personalized weight-loss planning

Ozempic and Mounjaro guidance

Medication and surgery comparison

Explore Medical Weight Loss

Medication Ozempic & Mounjaro

Medical Support Specialist-led care

Progress Long-term planning

Your Hospital Journey

What to Expect During Weight Loss Surgery

From admission to discharge.

10:00–11:00 AM

Hospital Admission

Report to the admission desk, complete registration, and settle into your allocated room.

11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Evaluation & Pre-Operative Planning

Medical evaluation, consent, chest physiotherapy, anesthesia review, and final preparation before surgery.

3:00–6:00 PM

Weight Loss Surgery

Surgery begins according to operating-room and surgical-team availability. Procedure is performed laparoscopically.

Evening

Recovery & Early Mobilization

Once awake and alert, you will be monitored closely, begin gentle walking, and start taking small sips of water as advised.

Morning

Medical Review

The DOSTI team assess pain control, mobility, hydration, urine output, and your ability to tolerate liquids.

Late Morning

Discharge Instructions

Receive medication guidance, dietary instructions, activity precautions, wound-care advice, and follow-up information.

10:00–11:00 AM

Discharge Home

Patients may be discharged when pain is controlled, they are mobile, have passed urine, and can tolerate the prescribed liquids.

After Discharge

Recovery Support

Continue recovery at home with the prescribed liquid diet, medications, gentle activity, and scheduled follow-up.

Every patient's recovery is different. The DOSTI team will provide personalized guidance based on your procedure, health, and progress.

Timeline

Return to Work in one Week

Weight Loss transformation, an overnight deal!

Bariatric Surgery pathway & timeline

Our Expert doctors

Get to know our experienced doctors.

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Lead Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Fariha Ashraf

Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Kanwal Nisa

General Surgeon

Dr. Talal

Bariatric Anesthetist

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FAQs

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01. What is bariatric (weight loss) surgery?

A group of weight-loss procedures that help individuals with obesity lose weight by altering the digestive system. It works by limiting how much you can eat or how nutrients are absorbed, leading to significant and sustained weight loss.

02. Is bariatric (weight loss) surgery same as tummy tuck/liposuction?

No. Bariatric surgery is weight loss surgery having profound effect on other comorbids like diabetes, hyptertension, PCOS and sleep apnea. Whereas tummy tuck / liposuction are cosmetic procedures for people with normal or near normal body weight, without any effect on obesity or weight related comorbids.

03. When Bariatric (weight loss) surgery is recommended?

If BMI is more than 27.5 (or the weight is 20 Kgs above ideal weight) surgery is considered. A detailed consultation is necessary to know the status of comorbids, guidelines, patient’s past history and family history etc.

04. How bariatric (weight loss) surgery is performed?

Through Laparoscopic or keyhole surgery. Stomach size is decreased to the size of large banana, through five button holes on the belly, with the help of imported stapling devices and instruments.

05. How to decide whether to opt sleeve or bypass procedure?

No absolute answer. Bypass is prohibited in smokers, areas/families with history of stomach cancer; whereas sleeve is prohibited in patients with significant acid reflux. In patients with sweet craving, diabetes mellitus, acid reflux; bypass is preferred. Otherwise, in all other conditions both achieve similar results in short term. Bypass is reversible and offers slightly more weight loss over long run as opposed to sleeve.

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   ghulam hussain 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Surgeon Dr. Murtaza Sahab, outstanding Doctor not only evident in his skills and expertise but in the way he treated the patient. He took time to explain everything clearly, answered our questions with patience and made us sure while treatment. Great overall experience with him.
  
 
        
   Masooma Batool 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had laparoscopic surgery recently by Dr.Ghulam Murtaza,can't ask for better so pleased with everything, from the initial consultation to the final successful operation. Alhumdolillah!!!!
  
 
        
   Muhammad Ashraf 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Assalamualaikum Mera name Abida Ashraf hai mein 14feb 2026 ko batriatic surgery krwai hai dr ghulam murtaza sahab se surgery k time Mera weight 116 tha  or  3month Yani 14 may 2026 ko mera  weight 98 hai alhamdulillah mein ne 3 month mein 18 kg lost kia hai phle mjhse constipation sleep apnea or reflux jesay issue thay jo k ab Blql bhe nhi Hain or mere weight se zyda inch loss hua hai over all mera experience bhtr acha rha hai or mein un tmam logon ko bhe kahungi jo obesity jesay bemari se ler rhe Hain wo ek bar dr ghulam murtaza se zrur milein umeed hai k wo bhe Meri trha bhtr mustafeed hongay dr sahab k lea Dil SE Dua hai or bhtr shukar guzar hoon
  
 
        
   Yaseen Kalwar 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Asslam alekum.. My name yaseen kalwar from sukkur Sindh Mera wazan aj se 13 month pehle 161kg tha allahmdullah sargary ke bad ab mera wazan 96 kg ho gya ha ur meri zindagi badal gyi ha sub se pehle allah pak ka shukar hai then us ke bad dr Murtaza and un ki pori team ka dil se thanks🙏🙏 karna chahta hu...
  
 
        
   ahsan ali 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am extremely satisfied with the surgery and the overall experience. From the initial consultation to the post-operative care, everything was handled with professionalism and great attention to detail. The surgical team was highly skilled, supportive, and made me feel comfortable and confident throughout the process. The procedure went smoothly, and the results have exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this surgical team and facility to anyone considering a similar procedure. Thank you for delivering such excellent care and outstanding results.
  
 
        
   MOHSIN MEHMOOD BUTT 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dr. Ghulam Murtaza is a very sophisticated and reliable doctor. The skill with which he operated on my 15-year-old bat is remarkable. I would recommend that you get the operation done by Dr. Ghulam Murtaza.
  
 
  
 
  
 
   Google rating score: 4.9 of 5, based on 142 reviews

DOSTI — Diabetes & Obesity Surgical Treatment Initiative

Bariatric & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery in Karachi

300+ Verified Patient Reviews

Led by Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Bariatric & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon

Karachi, Pakistan

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

FCPS (Surgery), MRCS (England), MSc (Cl. Research), FACS (USA)

Founder of DOSTI

Our

Specialties

Welcome to DOSTI- where care & support goes beyond weight loss surgery

Medical Weight Loss

What to Expect During Weight Loss Surgery

Hospital Admission

Evaluation & Pre-Operative Planning

Weight Loss Surgery

Recovery & Early Mobilization

Medical Review

Discharge Instructions

Discharge Home

Recovery Support

Timeline

10 - 11 AM

Patient is Admitted

3 - 6 PM

Surgery

Evening

Ambulation and sips of water

10 - 11 AM (Next Day)

Patient Discharged

Return to Work in one Week

Weight Loss transformation, an overnight deal!

Bariatric Surgery pathway & timeline

Our Expert doctors

Get to know our experienced doctors.

Dr. Ghulam Murtaza

Lead Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Fariha Ashraf

Bariatric Surgeon

Dr. Kanwal Nisa

General Surgeon

Dr. Talal

Bariatric Anesthetist

FAQs

Got any questions?

We’ve got answers!

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